Maumasi Fire ArtsMaumasi Fire ArtsFri, 18 Aug 2017 04:54:13 +0000Fri, 18 Aug 2017 04:54:13 +0000The Kitchen Knife Forahttps://www.kitchenknifefora.com/forums/maumasi-fire-arts.37/
Northwest to NortheastThu, 03 Aug 2017 12:37:59 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/northwest-to-northeast.4104/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/northwest-to-northeast.4104/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko Maumasi
I hope this fins you all very well. I just wanted to leave a little note here updating you as to recent MFA activity. Its been a difficult decision to make, but my family and I have chosen to completely uproot ourselves and make the move from little ole Tumwater, WA to little ole Middletown, CT.

Our lives have been completely consumed by the preparation and coordination of this move for the past couple months, but we definitely think it is a step in the right direction for our...

Fresh work from Don Nguyen]]>2Maumasi Cutting Comp Knife for sale!Thu, 20 Oct 2016 20:36:47 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/maumasi-cutting-comp-knife-for-sale.3598/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/maumasi-cutting-comp-knife-for-sale.3598/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko Maumasi
The following is a one off knife I built to compete in the friendly KKF cutting competition.

It's a 210mm (8.25in) Gyuto hand-forged from "Cru Forge V" high carbon steel. It features my standard "S" grind, a black forced-patina finish, and a simple blackened D-shaped handle. This blade is a light and awesome performer, finishing third amongst it's field of esteemed custom makers from around the globe.

This piece is $500 USD + S&H and will be sold via a drawing. All...

Maumasi Cutting Comp Knife for sale!]]>4220mm Gyuto WIPMon, 08 Aug 2016 05:56:53 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/220mm-gyuto-wip.3416/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/220mm-gyuto-wip.3416/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko Maumasi
This is the initial layup of what will eventually become a 220mm Topography Damascus Gyuto with forged integral bolster and recurve heel. After I snapped this first photo, I ran a bead of weld down this and the opposing side to hold the pieces together, then welded on a handle.

This is after the first round of forging. The steel is almost 2ft long while my forge is only...

220mm Gyuto WIP]]>34Suji-Beastie Follow UpThu, 30 Jun 2016 22:45:28 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/suji-beastie-follow-up.2933/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/suji-beastie-follow-up.2933/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko Maumasi
I've been meaning to put together a WIP (work in progress) post for a long time, and thanks to the encouragement of this knife's new owner, I'm finally getting something put together. Since this blade is already finished and sent off to it's new home, this is going to be a bit more of a follow up. Also, as there are several steps in the process, I'll be breaking this down into several posts as well.

I am please to announce that I will be holding a benefit auction on my Maumasi Fire Arts Facebook Page, designed to benefit my friends and fellow knifemaker, Mastersmiths
Adam and Haley DesRosiers (de-roh-zhers). View attachment 12210
Adam and Haley posed with their doe, Katana.

On December 30, 2015 tragedy struck Adam and Haley DesRosiers as a routine day in the shop quickly transformed into a...​

24hr Maumasi Fire Arts Auction Starting Today @10am PST!!]]>3Throw Back ThursdaySat, 16 Jan 2016 01:28:34 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/throw-back-thursday.3039/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/throw-back-thursday.3039/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko MaumasiView attachment 11327
​I’d like to dedicate this post to Bob Kramer. Without Bob, there’s no way I would be the maker I am today. Meeting Bob literally changing my life. He brought me into his shop, and gave me the opportunity to learn the age old trade of bladesmithing from him. He enlightened me to a world that I had no idea existed. Initiated me into a trade that now defines who I am. He challenged my skills, creativity and my ability to learn in a way that nobody...

Mareko Maumasi on Forged In Fire Aug. 3rd @10pm on History]]>39Stained High-carbon bladesMon, 27 Jul 2015 23:22:00 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/stained-high-carbon-blades.2541/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/stained-high-carbon-blades.2541/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko Maumasi
When working with your high-carbon blades, what foods have you notice cause the darkest and quickest staining on your blades? Thank you in advance for your input.

Cheers!
Mareko]]>22Maumasi Fire Arts back in the Fora saddle again!Wed, 22 Jul 2015 04:07:27 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/maumasi-fire-arts-back-in-the-fora-saddle-again.2502/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/maumasi-fire-arts-back-in-the-fora-saddle-again.2502/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko Maumasi
I just wanted to say a quick what's up and let you all know that I'm an Official member of your Fora again. I think you guys have an awesome community here that I am super stoked at becoming a part of! If anyone has any questions, thought or comments for me be sure to tag me, @MaumasiFireArts, so I'm sure to see what you have to say.

Things have been wild and crazy over the past year. With the help of friends family and some of you very fine folks I was able to raise some...

Maumasi Fire Arts back in the Fora saddle again!]]>28Welcome Mareko to the Pro Craftsmen of KKforaFri, 10 Jul 2015 03:52:29 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/welcome-mareko-to-the-pro-craftsmen-of-kkfora.811/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/welcome-mareko-to-the-pro-craftsmen-of-kkfora.811/invalid@example.com (Jim)Jim18Maumasi Fire Arts Crowdfunding CampaignSat, 31 May 2014 22:41:45 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/maumasi-fire-arts-crowdfunding-campaign.1023/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/maumasi-fire-arts-crowdfunding-campaign.1023/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko MaumasiIndiegogo campaign that ends tomorrow night (5/31/2014) at 11:59 PDT. All contributions to the campaign help to create the Maumasi Fire Arts studio. When you pledge not only are you getting unique, one of a kind Maumasi Fire Arts gear and experiences ranging...

1st Annual Seattle International Knife Show]]>11Custom Maumasi Fire Arts KnifeTue, 22 Apr 2014 18:51:52 +0000https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/custom-maumasi-fire-arts-knife.820/
https://www.kitchenknifefora.com/threads/custom-maumasi-fire-arts-knife.820/invalid@example.com (Mareko Maumasi)Mareko Maumasi
As some of you are aware, I've launched my Indiegogo campaign this week to raise the funds to open my own metal arts studio (I currently work out of Journeyman Smith David Lisch's Studio 4 Forge). My campaign has a lot of exciting perks that I think you'll really appreciate. Just for sharing the campaign with others you could WIN ONE...